Review of Current Events World Wide by Edward Pickard
A sweeping summary of 1934 US political gains where Democrats net several senate seats and improve in the House, with notes on Prohibition repeal state votes, Roosevelts federal pay plan, and international tensions including France, Syria, and the Comintern. The piece blends election outcomes with policy debates and global shifts.
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United States
Senate
Minton
Hatfield
Min
Walcott
Rhode Island
Kean Jersey
Goldsborough of
Patterson
Rush D. Holt
Francis T. Peter G. Gerry
A. Barry
Radcliffe
Harn
Sinclair
Republice
Frank F. Merby
Hiram
Himalayan sea depths show fluctuations over a century
The record notes depths in the Himalayas have varied by about 15 to 20 feet due to minor climate shifts across the last century, indicating gradual geophysical response to climate changes.
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Himalayas
Population Density View Cited At The Time
A contemporaneous view argued the world was too densely populated. The remark reflects concerns about resource strain and urban crowding mentioned in the era.
River packets fade from St. Louis waterfront legend
Capt. Tom C. Rooksh of the diesel powered steamer Kurzweg calls river packet days over as the Kursweg docks in St. Louis with 350 tons of sugar and empty state rooms. He notes fierce competition from barges and other carriers and sees no revival for steam boat packets despite twenty day round trips between New Orleans and St. Louis.
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St. Louie
Tom C. Rooksh
New Orleans
St. Louis
Mississippi
Kurzweg
Booksh
Nathan
Rooksh
Federal
New U S Aviation Map Prepared in 87 Units
The Department of Commerce plans a comprehensive air navigation map for all commerce use, detailing geographic features boundaries airway beacon lights airports and radio stations. It will be compiled in 87 units and completed within 18 months.
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Washington
Department of Commerce
Moslem Translator Aims Seven Year Moslem Text Project
London Ibrahim Hassan El Mougy aims a seven year task translating sacred writings of Al Hadith into Moslish. The project seeks to illuminate religious intellectual and political views of Muslims under and beyond the British empire. He notes King George rules over more Muslims than Christians and plans to bridge cultural gaps through translation.
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London
Ibrahim Hassan el- Mougy
British Empire
George
India
Cairo
Full Grown Buzzard Is Pet of Tennessee Girl
Gabriel a full grown buzzard is the unusual pet of Miss Jewel Wilson in Winchester Tennessee. She found the bird in the Cumberland mountains when it was about three months old. He now follows his mistress about the town perched on chimneys and even bathes daily in a tub in the Wilson yard.
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Winchester
Tenn
Gabriel
Jewel Wilson
Cumberland Mountains
Miss Wilson
Wilson Yard
Vegetable diet kills cat in Ledyard report
In Ledyard Connecticut Mrs. Frederick Manchester reports a vegetarian kitten died after milk feeding. The item mentions a large land figure 11,000,000 acres in the surrounding context.
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Ledyard
Conn
Frederick Manchester
California to Get Largest Telescope at Palomar Mountain
The Palomar site near San Diego was chosen for the world’s largest telescope with a 200 inch mirror. The project aims to provide sharper views than Mount Wilson, with the mirror weighing about 18 tons and capable of peering 30 times farther into space.
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Washington
Searcd
Scientiste
Pal Mountain
San Diego
Calif
United States
National Geographic Society
Palomar
Pacific Ocean
San Diego County
Mount Wilson
California
Corning
N. Y
Wilkeson
Goat Meat Renamed Chevon in Texas Distribution
The government now buys and distributes goat meat under the name chevon in Texas. It may be goat meat, but agents are asked to isolate it in the distribution. Chevon was officially adopted as the proper name for goat meat in 1922 after goat raisers offered a prize for a suitable new term.
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National Association of Manufacturers
Austin
Texas
U. S. Midshipmen Get Best Wisconsin Cattle
Wisconsin ships sixty seven pure bred Holstein and Friesian cows to the U S Naval Academy dairy at Gambrills Maryland the largest shipment from the state in recent years. Cows were selected from 27 herds across nine counties for high trim and excellent type.
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Waukesha
Wis
Wisconsin
States Naval Academy
Academy
Gambrills
Buddha Looks Jewish In Kobe Statue Sparks Debate
A Kobe bronze statue of a seated Buddha is described as having a distinctive Hebraic cast, drawing discussion from observers about cultural interpretation and artistic style in the Japanese city.
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Buddha
Kobe
Japan
St Parish Fair Attracts Large Crowd Over Two Nights
The annual St parish fair at Cooperative Hall drew many attendees Friday and Saturday. Decorated booths sold well as a costume party and Italian peasant costume prize awarded to Claire Snow of West Concord. A trio performed and Ruth Taylor accompanied. A comedy titled Double Crossed was presented.
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Maynard
St. ‘S Parish
Cooperative Hall
James P. King
Claire Snow
West Concord
Finnocchi
Acton Street
Acton Massachusetts Tax Auction Notice for 40 Acre Lot
Public auction will offer unpaid taxes on land in North Acton Middlesex to satisfy taxes and costs. The 40 acre parcel near John Harriss and Simon Tuttle lands, deeded to George F Gaul in 1920, may be sold December 8 1934 at 10 A.M. at the Acton Tax Collector's office.
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Acton
County of
Middlesex
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Board of Assessors
Wet Acton
North Acton
John Harriss
Simon Tuttle
Victoria P. Wood
George F. Gaul
Middlesex County Registry of Deeds
South District
Parish Fair Sees Wide Village Support and Roles
Saturday entertainment showcased a cast including Mr Peers Taylor Marion and Mrs Fred Stokes with Palmer. St Hilda's handled food while White Ele and apron tables hosted candy. Alfred Billet and John aos led Young Peoples games. Parish Aid Society supported.
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Peers
Taylor
Marion
Fred Stokes
Palmer
St. Hilda's
Alfred Billet
John Aos
Young Peoples
Harold Taylor
Syliva Holland
Parish Aid Society
Charles F. Edney
Mabel Palmer
Edward Wooldridge
Frank Hollan
George Brown
Intertown Bowling League Arouses Enthusiasm In Week Four
Maynard league matches concluded week four with marked enthusiasm at each event.
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Maynard
Intertown
Mortgagee's Sale of Real Estate in Sudbury Mass
Public auction to foreclose the mortgage of John J Glass to Waltham Co operative Bank dated February 18 1928 recorded Book 5204 Page 409 Middlesex South District Deeds. Property lies along the Boston Worcester state road Sudbury containing about 7 acres bounded by Howe Parmenter and road with unpaid taxes and liens subject. Cox terms require 200 cash at sale with balance in 15 days. Auction held December 5 1934 at four oclock in the afternoon. Estate attorney French Smith Boston.
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John J. Glass
Waltham Co-operative Bak
Middlesex South District
Sudbury
Middlesex County
Massachusetts
Boston
Worcester
Nelson H. Howe
George A. Howe
Waltham Co-Operative Bank
Oscar FP. Falling
French & Smith
State Street
Mass
Henry Plecewiez Leads 135 String in League Standings
League records show Henry Plecewiez with a 135 string and top three run. Teams like Cardinals Middlesex Laundry and Colonials chase spots as schedule lists matches for tonight and tomorrow night.
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Henry Plecewiez
Mo Céercoe
Texaco
Dilomachies
Rosebuds
Colonials
Middlesex Laundry
Socko
Oflomatios Va
Liquid laxatives and the Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin use
The text explains why liquid laxatives are preferred for dose control and gentleness. It notes that proper dosing avoids habit formation and potential harm, and promotes natural bowel regularity with Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a recommended option for all ages, including young children.
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